Preserving Sound Doctrine

Seeking to preserve Biblical integrity by intentionally pursuing and teaching sound doctrine (Titus 2:1)

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I have a Master of Arts in Christian Education from Talbot School of Theology, Doctorate in Education from NAU and was an Associate Professor at Trinity International University. I have taught abroad at the University and Seminary level in Africa and South America over the past 23 years. I have a passion for also teaching the Bible and Practical Theology both formally and informally in the local church and small groups.

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  • Preserving Sound Doctrine – A Call to Biblical Integrity

    From the outset, it’s imperative to address and answer basic questions pertaining to the title Preserving Sound Doctrine.  These questions will serve to help explain my purpose for this manuscript. In this Introduction, three key questions will be asked: 1) What does preserving sound doctrine mean? 2) Why is preserving sound doctrine important? and 3)…

  • The Truth About Truth!

    By Dr. Thomas Kehn Most of us are familiar with the phrase used in courtrooms, where the witness is asked to repeat the following words: “I hereby swear to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.” When thinking about the concept of truth, I’m reminded of Pilate, the Roman Governor, who…

  • The “Rights and “Wrongs of Abortion

    by Dr. Thomas Kehn Our society today has some very distorted views of what constitutes that which is good, right and valuable!  It appears that one’s personal rights and priorities are considered of utmost importance when it comes to making, literally, life and death decisions. The self-absorbed “right” to choose is tragically even more paramount…

  • Facing off with Facebook – A Biblical Rebuttal to Pro-Gay Posts

      by Dr. Thomas Kehn Previously on Facebook, I found myself unsuspectingly embroiled in a number of discussions with several individuals reacting to a reply I made to an original Facebook post made by Plumb, a well-known female Christian musician. In her post, she mentioned having recently and joyfully taken part in a Gay Pride parade.…

  • Giving God’s Way – The Need for Clairty

    by Dr. Thomas M Kehn There appears to be a degree of confusion or misunderstanding among church goers when it comes to the topic of tithing, giving gifts and offerings. Unfortunately, as a result, there are those who knowingly or unknowingly, perpetuate an inaccurate interpretation of what biblical stewardship, with regards to financial giving, is…

  • Rethinking Our Understanding of the Holy Spirit

    RETHINKING OUR UNDERSTANDING ABOUT THE HOLY SPIRIT Dr. Thomas Kehn Perhaps, like me, you have sometimes wondered about and even wrestled with fully understanding who the Holy Spirit really is and what He actually does for us. If so, then it’s time to reconsider what we think we know about the Holy Spirit regarding his…

  • Salvation – God’s Choice or Yours?

    Exploring the Question and Addressing the Answer! In Soteriology (the study of salvation), two opposing views are typically presented. Predestination and Free Will theology have long been a source of intense disagreement between Bible scholars, novice theologians and common parishioners alike. Consequently, this has led to much confusion and controversy. To bring some measure of…

  • The Tempting Deception of Universalism

    Today, there is ample reason to be concerned about the potential deception associated with the theological concept of Universalism, which pertains to the study of Soteriology (The Doctrine of Salvation). For those less familiar with Universalism, this concept suggests that because God loves all mankind, it naturally follows that anyone and everyone who has ever…

  • Speak, Lead and Teach – Are These Really “TABOOS” for Women in the Church?  

    by Dr. Thomas M. Kehn Perhaps surprising to some, my unequivocal answer to this question is a resounding “No!” Undoubtedly, there are some who will object strongly to my position, especially those of a more traditional and fundamentalist persuasion. Nonetheless, I truly believe that embracing women’s spiritual giftedness by enabling them to participate in meaningful…

  • Summary of Available Articles

    Dr. Thomas Kehn Preserving Sound Doctrine – A Call to Biblical Integrity Summary Statement: This is the “Flagship” article for this Domain website. I believe it is critical for committed believers and followers of Christ to have a true and balanced understanding of the content and meaning of the Scriptures. Rather than simply relying on…